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Trademark Registration

What is a Notice of Allowance in a trademark filing with the United States Trademark Office?

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What do I have to do to maintain my trademark after it is registered with the United States Trademark Office?

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When can other private parties oppose my trademark application with the United States Trademark Office?

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Do I have to hire an attorney when filing to register my trademark?

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What is the filing date of my trademark and how is the filing date determined?

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What if you want to trademark in a country that is not listed on Trademarkia?

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How do I establish use of my trademark if I filed an Intent to Use trademark application?

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What is the difference between a "use in commerce" trademark application and an "intent to use" trademark application?

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Is a search of the United States Trademark Office database necessary before filing?

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Is my website a proper specimen for goods?

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When do I file the specimen?

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How do I enforce my trademark against infringers?

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What is the difference between goods and services?

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May I change the goods/services after filing my application?

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What should I write as a description for my trademark?

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I just filled out my trademark application does this mean my trademark is registered?

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Should I file as an individual or a corporation?

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What is the most common reason an examining attorney refuses registration?

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What is NOT a proper specimen for goods?

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Other than the likelihood of confusion, what are some other reasons an examining attorney refuses registration?

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What happens after I file my trademark application?

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How can I remove my trademarkia account?

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What are the trademark application requirements?

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What is a proper specimen for use of a mark on goods (products)?

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